Middlesbrough FC
Southampton have questioned the independence of the disciplinary panel that expelled the club from the Championship play-offs. The club cited apparent historic and indirect connections of two panel members to Middlesbrough.
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Southampton have been removed from the Championship play-offs after an independent disciplinary commission found the club guilty of breaching EFL regulations. The club admitted to unauthorised filming of rival teams' training sessions. Middlesbrough will now take their place in the final against Hull City.
May 09, 2026 16:07